VU

Meliosma chartacea

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Meliosma chartacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming, has fragmented its forest habitat into increasingly isolated patches. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have degraded the forest structure this species depends on for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary montane forests at elevations between 800-2000 meters, typically in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall. It occurs in both undisturbed forest canopy and forest edges, showing some tolerance for moderately disturbed habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Meliosma chartacea classified as Vulnerable?
Meliosma chartacea is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Meliosma chartacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming, has fragmented its forest habitat into increasingly isolated patches. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have degraded the forest structure this species depends on for survival.
Where does Meliosma chartacea live?
Meliosma chartacea occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Meliosma chartacea?
The main threats to Meliosma chartacea are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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